Built around Yamaha's cross - motocross motorcycle platform, the 2013 Yamaha YZ250F utilizes a 250 cc (15.3 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke layout. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 77.0 x 53.6 mm (3.0 x 2.1 inches) with a 13.5:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the YZ250F measures 103 kg (227 lbs) wet (curb). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 991 mm (39 in) seat height — reflecting a long-travel chassis stance that favors ground clearance and off-pavement control, combined with a 1,476 mm (58.1 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 6.06-liter (1.6 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Yamaha archive, this model family spans 19 indexed model years from 2008 to 2026, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
991 mm (39 in)
Engine
Displacement250.0 ccm (15.26 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Compression13.5:1
Bore x Stroke77.0 x 53.6 mm (3.0 x 2.1 inches)
Fuel SystemCarburettor. Keihin FCR MX39
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
IgnitionCDI
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Chassis
Rake28.0°
Front SuspensionKYB Speed-Sensitive System, inverted fork: fully adjustable, 11.8-in travel
Rear SuspensionKYB Fully adjustable single shock
Rear Travel318 mm (12.5 inches)
Wheelbase1476 mm (58.1 inches)
Ground Clearance378 mm (14.9 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Rear Tyre100/90-19
Front BrakesSingle disc. Hydraulic disc. Hydraulic disc.
Front Brake Ø250 mm (9.8 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø245 mm (9.6 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.103.0 kg (227.0 pounds)
Seat Height991 mm (39.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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